#mormopterus

[all-mammal-creechur]

Kalinowski's Mastiff Bat Mormopterus kalinowskii

It is native to Peru and northern Chile. Relatively little is known about the species, but it is thought to be common in its range. It is sometimes seen in urban areas.

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[every-day-creechur]

Mauritian Little Mastiff Bat Mormopterus acetabulosus

It is endemic to the island of Mauritius. It is known from fewer than five locations in its range, but it is common at a few sites. It roosts in caves, and it is considered to be an endangered species due to disturbance of its cave habitat.

Endangered

image by Stefan Greif